Callum

The name Callum is of Scottish-Gaelic origins and it is traditionally used by parents who are looking for a name for their son. It has been taken from the Late Latin name Columba, which has religious significance as it was the name of Saint Columba. He was an Irish abbot and a missionary evangelist who is believed to have introduced and spread Christianity around Scotland, as well as founding an abbey on the Scottish island of Iona. According to these origins, the meaning of Callum is ‘dove’, making it a popular choice within the Christian community where the dove is a symbol of purity, peace, and the Holy Spirit. Notable public figures to have this name are Callum Smith, who is a British boxer and Callum James Ferguson, the Australian cricketer, among several others.

Gender

Boy

Meaning

dove

Origin

Scottish form of Columba, Latin

Numerology

C is for congenial, your pleasing way.

A is for acquaintance, the many friends you know.

L is for lofty, your ambitions are high!

L is for laughter, you spread wherever you go.

U is for unique, your love of life.

M is for mighty, your inner strength.

Lucky

Callum lucky number is 8.

8 is all about abundance. Within numerology, this number is linked to material wealth and financial success. Ambitious and goal-oriented, 8 can effortlessly assume leadership positions through its natural magnetism. 8 applies big-picture thinking to broaden its scope, racing up the top of any ladder to reach extraordinary heights.

Famous People Named Callum

• (Daniel James) Callum Blue English actor
• Callum Ilott British racing driver
• Callum Keith Rennie English,Canadian actor
• Callum Rory McKenzie Francis English actor and singer
• Callum Henry McManaman English footballer

Callum in Pop Culture

• Callum McGregor character in Malorie Blackman's 'Noughts and Crosses' series
• Callum character on British TV series "The Sparticle Mystery"
• Callum “Halfway” Highway character on British soap “Eastenders”
• Callum Jones character on Australian soap "Neighbours"
• Callum Reyes character in "Reboot" by Amy Tintera